Flow-Modulating Toothbrush Device and Relative Processes for Conserving Potable Water

ABSTRACT

A flow-modulating toothbrush device and relative processes for conserving potable water are introduced. It comprises a brush-head member and neck portion, connecting with a body-handle member for maneuvering the device in the process of brushing the teeth. An insertable reservoir facility provides a water source. An ancillary conduction tube facility having alternative means for channeling water directly from a sink faucet into the device. Water in the reservoir facility is pressurized for means of subsequent flows through conduction tube members. A flow activation technique urges the water from the containment facility to the brush-head member. Due to flow modulation, and known, predetermined, water-volume requirements in brushing one&#39;s teeth, only a modicum of potable water is withdrawn in the process; this is the minus withdrawal allotment factor of the device. Being generally employed, the device would conserve vast volumes of potable water globally, affecting electrical energy, drought conditions, hydrology, and climate.

BACKGROUND Field of the invention

This invention relates to toothbrushes commonly used for dental hygieneby people around the globe; but more specifically, it relates to theirassociated use of water in the process of the customary practice ofbrushing the teeth. Great concern for the considerably large volumes ofwater utilized, as tied to the dental brushing event, may be consideredinconsequential by many people. However, the excessive waste of potablewater, coupled with this regimen, two or three times daily, utilizingconventional toothbrushes, has been a significant, but generallyunacknowledged, issue, being emphasized only by conservation agencies.

Description of the Related Art

The typical process of brushing one's teeth using conventionaltoothbrushes has now accentuated the loss of tremendously large volumesof potable water which cannot be reclaimed nor can continuing loss besustained, with all things being considered. The saving of potable waterthrough the process of brushing one's teeth is a radical change from thetraditional concept of the toothbrush in that it combines two ordinarilyindependent, but separately required, components for the object ofcleaning one's teeth. The usual intermittent processes between brushingthe teeth and the rinsing of both the toothbrush and the mouth are, now,presented as a singularly combined method. It will be the optimallydesired component process for saving large volumes of potable water inthe performance of brushing the teeth. The continuing loss has long beenunsustainable and dangerous to human populations, considering therebeing other, coextensive, causes of potable water loss.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The present invention takes a fresh approach to the problem of waterloss due to customary practice, and to conventional implements utilizedin the simple process of brushing the teeth. Toothbrushes may havevibrating, or rotating, brush heads, various bristle contours,high-pressure nozzles for getting into the crevices of the teeth, andconnected high-pressure water tanks, but they are not generally designedto address the default high-volume wastage of potable water. Consideringother waste factors driving up regional and global conditions of droughtand general water shortages, long-held personal habits of brushing one'steeth, coupled with the tool used in the process, have become a threatto human populations globally. The objectives of the invention are toperform the conventional task of cleaning one's teeth while, at the sametime, saving immense volumes of potable water, not habitually allowingthe water to run from a sink faucet continuously for the typical twominutes. This novel method of brushing technically delimits excessiveloss by assuring that a modulated modicum stream of water enters uponand against the teeth and gums of a user in each brushing session. Thisdual-purpose objective technology is beyond the capability of typicaltoothbrush design and conventional methods of use. Its overall benefitis for the water conservation efforts worldwide. The conservation factorentails there not being a need for a needless flow of up to two gallonsof freely running, and so wasted, water. The device has dualwater-conduction features: one from the set of conduction tube members,the other being an optional, alternative, use of the ancillaryconduction tube facility available for a user who may prefer anuninterrupted but modulated flow over a longer period without having torefill a water container. Since two, or even three, gallons of potablewater are wasted during typical brushing sessions, conserving thisamount using the above techniques constitutes a tremendous benefit on aglobal scale; utilizing the new technology, only a small fraction ofthese two gallons would be used for the process of brushing the teeth.The toothbrush device introduced herein involves a feature whose benefitis the conservation of considerable amounts of potable water.Essentially, it adopts a predetermined-withdrawal allotment factor forefficiency in attaining this objective. It is generally known that aperson brushing his, or her, teeth would leave the water running in theprocess, only to rinse the brush head a few times before cupping his, orher hand under the running faucet for rinsing the mouth one or moretimes. The cumulative free-running, wasted, water amounts to between oneand two gallons per minute for each brushing session. Noting that dentalhygienists state that we should brush no less than two minutes eachtime, with each minute, wasting from one to two gallons, or more, ofpotable water, the loss is immense, considering the multiplicationfactor in customary use of typical toothbrushes. Generally, people brushtheir teeth two or three times per day. The customary, and wasteful,behavior of teeth brushing is addressed by the present invention. Thus,the reader will see that at least one embodiment of the flow-modulatingtoothbrush device provides a reliable means for the vital object ofconserving vast volumes of potable water; this facility is absent incustomary practice employing conventional toothbrush products. Theobjectives of this novel apparatus are to perform the conventional taskof cleaning one's teeth while, at the same time, saving immense volumesof potable water. Its overall benefit is for an improvement of waterconservation efforts worldwide. The device has a dual water conductionfeature: one being the set of conduction tube members, the other beingan optional use of the above-mentioned ancillary conduction tubefacility when an extended duration water flow may be desired by a user.Not having a sink faucet for accessing a water source, such as, ifcamping, the user simply fills the reservoir facility using some otherwater source, as from a landed body of water or a stream, filling itthen reinserting it into the body-handle member of the flow-modulatingtoothbrush device for use. The procedure of use as stated here, isatypical. It accomplishes the cleansing of the teeth; however, themethod is not the customary brushing session practiced over so manygenerations since the invention of the toothbrush. This device bothperforms the act as needed but with a novel by-product not produced byconventional toothbrush products. The technology herein is practical,rational, scientific, and overdue. It conserves uncountable volumes ofpotable water, thereby, in the long-run, having a positive effect onother energy systems, while also tending to sustain the hydrologic watercycle in global communities. This effort, and others of its like,existing, and yet to be created, it is hoped, may have its placeconsidering the factors addressed in the dangers of global climatechange. The device comprises a brush-head member within which are flowactivation and modulation elements involving engagements anddisengagements between a buttressed bristle pad and flow occlusionelements. There is a neck portion of the brush-head member connectingwith a body-handle member, for maneuvering the device in the process ofbrushing the teeth. The toothbrush device employs an insertablereservoir facility that is refillable by simply employing a sink faucet,or an ancillary conduction tube facility may be used for directconnection with the device for continued flow. The ancillary conductiontube facility having a connection and adaptation means for appropriateconnection sealing at both ends, as well as for delimiting expectedhigh-pressure forces of water-line plumbing pipes. Such adapter wouldfit onto any faucet spout then clamp-seal for adequate fit. Acompression actuation means pressurizes the water in the insertablereservoir facility for flows through conduction tube members internal tothe body-handle member. A flow activation means urges the pressurizedwater through the conduction tube members, the flows being modified byuser-manipulated flow control elements which, further, manipulate theflow modulation means within the body-handle member. The processmodifies the effects of flows amid the brush-head bristles, teeth, andgums such that, due to a known, predetermined water-volume requirement,just a modicum of potable water is withdrawn from a water source inbrushing one's teeth, so conserving vast volumes of potable waterglobally.

BRIEF VIEWS OF THE DRAWINGS

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FIG. 1 a is an interior view (variation of FIG. 1 b Pg. 2, FIG. 1 c Pg.4, & FIG. 1 d Pg. 6) of the elements and processes of the body-handlemember. FIG. 2 a is a left-side perspective view of the device'sbrush-head member and its neck portion, showing their internal elements,further showing, at its base, its insertion element for secure flowconduction. FIG. 2 b is a top-down aerial perspective view of FIG. 2 ashowing its flow emissions spout. FIG. 3 d depicts the insertablereservoir facility as it would be fixed interior to the body-handlemember prior to use.

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FIG. 1 b is an interior view (variation to FIG. 1 a Pg. 1 and FIG. 1 dPg. 6) of the elements and processes of the body-handle member. FIG. 3 ais a frontal perspective view of the insertable reservoir facility inunfilled aspect. FIG. 3 b is a frontal perspective view of theinsertable reservoir facility in the preparatory-use phase, being filledwith water and having both a toothpaste cleansing gel and pneumaticcompression funnel in position for downward compression. FIG. 3 c is afrontal perspective view of the insertable reservoir facility as it isfilled with water and its pneumatic compression funnel prior to thewater being compressed within the facility. FIG. 3 d : depicts theinsertable reservoir facility as it would be fixed interior to thebody-handle member prior to use. FIG. 6 : A top view 41 and side view 45of a novel toothpaste cleansing gel, not being claimed in thisspecification.

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FIG. 4 a , FIG. 4 b , FIG. 4 c , & FIG. 4 d : schematic diagrams of theinternal elements and processes of the brush-head member in itsfree-flow and flow-occlusion processes for water flow modulation

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FIG. 1 c : a rear perspective view of the body-handle member showing itssurface attributes & attachments, contrasting with FIG. 1 d Pg. 5 andFIG. 1 e /FIG. 1 f Pg. 7. FIG. 2 c : is a left-side perspective view ofthe device's brush-head member and its neck portion, in their solidaspect, further showing, at its base, its insertion element for secureflow conduction. FIG. 3 a : a partial, bottom perspective view of theunfilled insertable reservoir facility in its place.

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FIG. 1 d : a front perspective view of the body-handle member showingits surface attributes & attachments, contrasting with FIG. 1 c Pg. 4and FIG. 1 e /FIG. 1 f Pg. 7. FIG. 5 : a perspective view of theancillary conduction tube facility.

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FIG. 1 d is an interior view (variation to FIG. 1 a Pg. 1 and FIG. 1 bPg. 2) of the elements and processes of the body-handle member. FIG. 5 :This is a perspective view of the ancillary conduction tube facility,indicating how it would be attached to the body-handle member forconduction.

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FIG. 1 e : a front perspective view of the body-handle member showingits surface attributes, contrasting with FIG. 1 c Pg. 4 and FIG. 1 d Pg.5. FIG. 1 f : a front perspective view of the body-handle member showingits surface attributes and brush-head cover/container. FIG. 2 d : Thisis a left-side perspective view of the device's brush-head member andits neck portion, in their solid aspect, further showing angularattachment variation option. FIG. 3 a : a partial, bottom perspectiveview of the unfilled insertable reservoir facility in its place withinthe body-handle member FIG. 3 e : This is a front perspective view ofthe brush-head cover/container of the device.

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FIG. 1 a : This is a depiction of the body-handle member of thesegmented device showing several of its interior processes and elements.It represents similar alternative views of elements FIG. 1 d and FIG. 1b ; it further separates out structural and functional processesinvolved in the flow modulation technique introduced by the noveltechnology. FIG. 2 a : This is a depiction of the brush-head member andits neck portion. This component structure connects to, and locks onto,the body-handle member for secure handling and for transfers ofconducted water flows. FIG. 2 b is the frontal aspect of the brush-headmember and neck of FIG. 2 a . FIG. 3 d : This reference indicates theaspect as to how the insertable reservoir facility fits into thebody-handle member, having been filled with water and compressed forupward channeling flows of water. Ref. No. 2: A reference indicatingdirectional (clockwise and counterclockwise) actions for manipulatingthe flow modulation means for force of water flow entering thebody-handle member FIG. 1 a Pg. 1, FIG. 1 b Pg. 2, FIG. 1 c Pg. 4, &FIG. 1 d Pg. 6. Ref. 4 shows a cap bevel ring snap lock/release elementfor attaching and removing the insertable reservoir facility. 6 a(operating with 6 b, Pg. 7) the barrel twist selector, is one of theflow control elements for manipulating flow modulation means, which,cooperate to regulate the force of water flowing through the conductiontubes to the body-handle member. One of the elements is a barrel twistselector 6 a for means of “twist-compress” of conduction members againstthe insertable reservoir facility for conduction effusion to bristlesegment 28 a for flows to the teeth. Action facilitates streamvariances. modular spring extension-compression actuator facilitatingcompression of the water within the insertable reservoir facility; whenancillary conduction tube facility FIG. 5 , Pgs. 5 & 6 is utilized, thefacility engages its own pressure mechanism. This modular actuatorinvolves segmented functions of delayed protrusion, with respect to thespring extension applications, based on the user selection of the flowcontrol elements. For example, upon the highest level being selected “4”(EV), shown in diagram FIG. 1D Pg. 5, and FIGS. 1 e and 1 f on Pg. 7,for use of the optional preference of the brush-head cover/container,FIG. 3 e , P 7, the “reserve module,” the lowest member among the fourshown here, would then deploy, extending its respective springactuation, not shown in this graphic, also, the potentiated springelement of lowest member not being shown here. Note: water beingconducted through the body-handle member is not touched by any of theelements excepting the conduction tube members. Ref. 9 is aleveler-moderator element which mechanically balances the downwardprojections of the modular spring actuations, particularly for thehighest setting involving the versatile, highest level being selected“4” (EV), for use of the optional preference of the brush-headcover/container. Ref. 10 is the typical spring group, which extendsdownward, in one of the sequential spring segments, each segmentprojecting downward from several telescoping spring containment units 8which hold the reserve spring group 11, Pg. 6, FIG. 1 d whilecoordinating with leveler-moderator element 9 for means of coordinateddeployment, further being used for the optionally insertable reservoirfacility, FIG. 3 e , Pg. 7; it is the leveler-moderator element 9 thatboth pushes, and pulls, the segmented springs downward. The reservespring group 11, FIG. 1 d Pg. 6 identifies a singular spring segment yetto be extended, as it would facilitate the larger, extended, volume FIG.3 e Pg. 7. The already extended spring: typical spring group 10 variesin its facility with that of the reserve spring group 11 which is yet tobe extended, (See Pg. 6 FIG. 1 d ). The ancillary conduction tubefacility FIG. 5 has its own method of compression. Compression Means(process): Ref. 12 is the compression-spring piston for compressionactuations against insertable reservoir facility. Note: Upon user bothrefilling then securely re-inserting the reservoir facility into thebody-handle member, the device is, by definition, recharged; the processapplications referenced: 8, 9, 11, (for FIG. 3 e Pg. 7) 12, and 14 willre-set for initiating a subsequent brushing session; see Pg. 6, FIG. 1 dfor additional relative views. At end of a brushing session, at leastone of the spring groups is depleted, (facility decompression) havingthe compression-spring piston 12 and pneumatic compression funnel 14 at,or near, bottom of the reservoir facility, the reservoir facility wouldbe disconnected. The pneumatic compression funnel 14 would bedisconnected and remain with the facility; the compression-spring piston12 would remain at base of facility, disconnected from the pneumaticcompression funnel 14. 16: symbolic depiction of compression of thevolume within insertable reservoir facility. Compression of thecontainer volume is being depicted here by the curved arrows 16. Thewater beginning to flow upward due to compression here 16 is depicted bydirected arrows 24 a as shown in FIG. 1 a . and as shown being drawnupward at 24 b in FIG. 1 b , Pg. 2. A stabilizing foundation 18accommodates the brush-head member & neck FIG. 2 c . Ref. is a transferconduction tube member, between a pneumatic conduction tube member 20 abelow it, and a distributor conduction tube member 20 c-1 above it. 20a: pneumatic conduction tube member (lower telescoping portion oftransfer conduction tube member 20 b). The flow emissions spout 20 c-2at upper terminal end of distributor conduction tube member 20 c-1; itis within bristle segment 28 a; see Pg. 3. 22 a: variable space forspring extension-compression actuator. 22 b: variable space forextension of spring mechanism. 24 a: flow of pressurized water beingdirected into the pneumatic conduction tube member. 26 c: transparencyof exterior housing of brush-head member assembled with visible bristlesand interior elements, 26 d: top-down, frontal, aspect view ofbrush-head member. A side aspect of brush-head member bristle segment 28a. 28 b: isolated, top-down view of selected grouping of bristle strandsof brush-head member. 32: brush-head member neck. Insertion guide lock34 a of brush-head member neck 32, Pgs. 1, 4, coordinating with 34 b forlocking stability. 34 b: A position-lock mechanism allows the user tovary the neck portion 32 of the brush-head member 26 d. The neck 32 maybe positioned straight up or at another two more comfortable angles. Theoptional angles are bent-locked into position by, first, pushing arelease-lock element. The flow insertion connection end 36 a of thebrush-head member neck 32, Pgs. 1, 4. This connection point is also anoption for the brush-head member 26 b and neck portion 32 to bepositioned in four different aspects as preferred by a user, there beingfour such; these alternative positionings allow the user to comfortablygrasp and maneuver the device. 54 a: a twist-lock/release mechanism forthe toothbrush neck. In FIG. 1 a , a depiction of the compressionmechanism, the pneumatic compression funnel 14 is in position, andactively facilitating downward depression against the volume of water inthe insertable reservoir facility FIG. 3 d ; this process is effectuatedby the compression-spring piston 12 which depresses the funnel 14 to thebase of the reservoir facility. Upward flowing streams of water isindicated by the vertically pointing arrows in the transfer conductiontube member 20 b.

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FIG. 1 b : This is one of several depictions showing the interiorelements and processes; it is an alternative representation of FIG. 1 dand FIG. 1 a for means of defining various aspects of the interiorelements of the device. FIG. 3 a : This is the insertable reservoirfacility as it would appear prior to preparedness for compression andemissions of water. FIG. 3 b : The insertable reservoir facilitydepiction here is the aspect of the device introducing a toothpastecleansing gel 45 into the facility; this gel is an element that may beincluded as a benefit in the novel process of brushing the teeth. Thedepiction indicates, and describes in the specification, that thereservoir container must be filled prior to placing the buoyant gel ontothe water surface as shown before securely placing the pneumaticcompression funnel 14 over the gel before being re-inserted into thebody-handle member for operation. FIG. 3 c : This depiction shows thereservoir being ready for re-insertion into the body-handle member butwithout use of the unique toothpaste element, indicating a conventionaltoothpaste product may, as usual, be applied directly to the toothbrush,so being understood comparing depictions FIG. 3 b and FIG. 3 c , eitherof which is prepared for insertion and use. FIG. 3 d : This is thereservoir container in the compression mode aspect of FIG. 3 c , havingits volume of water drawn upward to the brush-head member 26 b, 26 c, 26d, & 26 e. Compression of the container volume is being depicted here bythe curved arrows 16. The water beginning to flow upward due tocompression here is depicted by directed arrows 24 a as shown in FIG. 1a Pg. 1. FIG. 6 : This depiction introduces a unique element in thisnovel process of brushing the teeth, employing a toothpaste cleansinggel into the device. In FIG. 1 b , compression-spring piston 12 forcompression actuations against insertable reservoir facility; thispiston is also the insertion guide for re-insertion of the pneumaticcompression funnel 14. This funnel, in functional aspect here 14,separates from the pneumatic conduction tube member 20 a at moment ofcompletion of a brushing session and ejection from the body-handlemember FIG. 1 b (and FIG. 1 a Pg. 1, FIG. 1 c Pg. 4, & FIG. 1 d Pg. 6)then remaining within the insertable reservoir facility until asubsequent refilling for use. 20 a: pneumatic conduction tube member,together with compression-spring piston 12, depresses pneumaticcompression funnel 14 downward into the reservoir FIG. 3 d . 20 a: Thelower end cross-section of pneumatic conduction tube 20 a (as depicted,connected with 41 of FIG. 6 shows 20 a as viewed from bottom upward,indicated by 38, through funnel 14). Ref. 20 a as depicted in FIG. 1 b ,is the vertical, upward-flow aspect of the tube 20 a. FIG. 3 c andright-side adjacent depiction view into pneumatic compression funnel 14.20 a, further, cooperates with the compression-spring piston 12 as thepiston compresses downward, attached to, so carrying 20 a downward intothe volume of water for means of upward compression withdrawal. Ref. 38is also the pneumatic up-flow intake area to pneumatic conduction tubemember 20 a. The ancillary conduction tube facility FIG. 5 , Pgs. 5 & 6,connects with this lower end member 20 a for means of water flow from anexternal source through this ancillary conduction tube facility. 20 b:transfer conduction tube member, between pneumatic tube and distributortube. 22 a: shows variable space for spring extension-compressionactuator. 22 b: variable space for extension of spring mechanism. 24 b:pressurized water flowing upward prior to transmission to distributortube from its initial flow stage at 24 a Pg. 1. 35 a: twist-lockcanister-release element, (for the insertable reservoir facility FIG. 3a ): snap-lock, or twist-lock (in and out) for firm connection andeffective release/detach of insertable reservoir facility. 37 a:indication of water-fill level which would be compressed upon actuation37 b: After actuation of compression, and continuing downwarddepression, the water volume has decreased to about 25% usage, shown asproceeding from full capacity 37 a to decreased volume shown here in 37b with arrow pointing to a circle focus-indicator of volume waterlineborder and bottom surface of the pneumatic compression funnel 14. 38:pneumatic up-flow intake area to pneumatic conduction tube member 20 a.40: This is the insertable reservoir facility FIG. 3 a in itswater-filled aspect with its pneumatic compressor 14 in place, prior todownward pressurization. 39: shows the metrical limitations foraccommodating the optional-use toothpaste cleansing gel being depositedinto the insertable reservoir facility. 41: This is the toothpastecleansing gel showing its top surface. It is to be placed into thereservoir facility as shown in FIG. 3 b after filling it with water. Thesemi-rigid paste is soluble upon being mixed with the water; itimmediately dissolves with water as both are being drawn up into theconduction tube member 20 a. The holes 43 allows water of the reservoirfacility to penetrate the gel more easily, which is quickly waterdissoluble, so easily transmissible through the conduction tube members.45: This is a side view of the toothpaste cleansing gel. It is designedto remain float atop the water surface of the insertable reservoirfacility. The downward pressure of the pneumatic compression funnel 14,in FIG. 3 b . As the water is pneumatically drawn upward due to thedownward depression of the funnel 14, it would thoroughly permeate thegel 45; this would be at the initial flow process in the brushingsession. By this process, the toothpaste would be dissolved in a aboutten to fifteen seconds, with continual brushing, then to be followed bywater, alone, as the user completes the brushing and rinsing session.The process begins with the user removing the pneumatic compressionfunnel 14 (facilitating also as fill cap/cover) from the insertablereservoir facility FIG. 3 b , filling the facility with water nearly tothe brim, inserting a toothpaste cleansing gel 45 replacing the funnel14, securing it into place over the gel 45 then re-inserting thereservoir facility into the body-handle member FIG. 1 a Pg. 1, FIG. 1 bPg. 2, FIG. 1 c Pg. 4, & FIG. 1 d Pg. 6 by a moderately firm push,snap-locking it into place, and so pressurizing the water volume withinthe body-handle member. It remains in this mode until the user pressesthe brush-head member 26 b against the teeth and gums causing water and,if used, the inserted toothpaste to be emitted into the mouth. Thetoothpaste cleansing gel 45, not claimed in this specification, slowlydissolves to fluid as it mixes with the water at the funnel 14 intakelocation 38, which is the pneumatic up-flow intake area to pneumaticconduction tube member 20 a; otherwise, as with conventional process,usual types of toothpaste may be applied directly to the brush-headmember 26 b.

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FIG. 4 a : This is the internal process aspect “(A-1)” & “(A-2)” for thefree flow of water entering the brush-head member 26 b, 26 c, 26 d, & 26e, indicating from which source the impinging pressure is being appliedagainst the buttressed bristle pad 48 a; in this case, the buttressedbristle pad 48 a is being pressed against the brush-head membercontainment frame 50, indicating that the user is applying pressureagainst the teeth while brushing. FIG. 4 b : This is the internalprocess aspect “(B-1)” & “(B-2)” more clearly focused in “(C)” for theoccluded, blocked, flow of water in the brush-head member furtherindicating from which source the impinging pressure is being applied; inthis case, the user has lifted the brush-head member from the teeth forrepositioning or for ending the brushing session; this causesinstantaneous pressure to be applied, but arising from the flexibleactuation leaf spring 42 b “recovering” from the engaged, depressed,state, and so, urging the buttressed bristle pad 48 b away from thebrush-head member containment frame 50. FIG. 4 c : This is the sequencedepiction of FIG. 4 a “(A-2).” FIG. 4 d : This is the sequence depictionof FIG. 4 b “(B-2).” 20 c-1: lower portion of distributor conductiontube member, seen here in (A-2) and (C). The flow emissions spout 20 c-2in FIG. 4 d is emissions-activated for brushing in FIG. 4 c ; itsposition in the bristle segment 28 a is further shown in 26 e as theupper terminal end of the distributor conduction tube member 20 c-1.Exterior housing, rear aspect, of brush-head member 26 a. A side aspectof assembled brush-head member 26 b. 26 c: transparency of exteriorhousing of brush-head member assembled with visible bristles andinterior elements. 26 e: interior frame of brush-head member elements.28 a: bristle segment of the brush-head member. FIG. 4 c : flexibleactuation leaf spring 42 a being in compressed, engaged, aspect as userpresses brush-head member 26 b against teeth for brushing. Upon userlifting brush from teeth, flexible actuation leaf spring 42 b then isrelaxed, returning to non-engaged mode, so urging 48 b against bristlesegment foundation stabilizer 30. FIG. 4 d : flexible actuation leafspring 42 b in relaxed aspect; (i.e. pushing back against 48 b) as userlifts brush-head member 26 b away from teeth causing immediate occlusionof water flow. 44: a balancing node for preventing skewed,back-and-forth, movement of bristle segment foundation stabilizer 30, sopreventing the edges of the stabilizer 30 from physically jammingagainst brush-head member containment frame 50. 46 a, FIG. 4 c , indepictions “(A-1)” & “(A-2)”: flow choke-point/occlusion indicating freeflow of water from the insertable reservoir facility, FIG. 3 d , Pg. 2.This further indicates the user pressing the brush-head member 26 b,including the bristles and bristle segment stabilizer 30, against theteeth causing the flexible actuation leaf spring 42 a to be pushedagainst the brush-head member containment frame 50 further causingabsence of constriction of flow through the distributor conduction tubemember 20 c-1 thereby allowing free flow of water. The brush-head membercontainment frame 50 facilitates the elements and the processes of thebrush-head member 26 e (See also: 26 a,b,c, & d). It, further, connectswith the body-handle member by the lower end of the neck 36 a of thebrush-head member and neck FIG. 2 a & FIG. 2 c , Pgs. 1 & 4. Note: Theflow-occlusion/flow-release mechanism involves the following processes:The buttressed bristle pad 48 a and the flow occlusion element 46 a areboth relaxed, not engaged, for occlusion of distributor conduction tubemember 20 c-1 at the flow choke point/occlusion 46 b. 46 b: FIG. 4 d indepictions “(B-1)” & “(B-2)”, more focused in (C): (zoom-in of 46 b):indicating discontinuance of water flow from insertable reservoirfacility, FIG. 3 d , Pg. 2. The buttressed bristle pad 48 b and the flowocclusion element 46 b are both engaged for occlusion of distributorconduction tube member 20 c-1 at the flow choke point as shown indepictions (B-2) and (C). 46 c (P 3) in depiction (C): A passiveocclusion element 46 c remains stationary as an active occlusion element46 d moves forward against it to choke off the flows of water flowingthrough the distributor conduction tube member 20 c-1. Ref. 46 d indepictions “(B-2)” & “(C)”: show the active occlusion element 46 d hadmoved forward against the passive occlusion element 46 c to choke offthe flows of water flowing through the conduction tube member 20 c-1.Ref. 48 a depictions “(A-1)” & “(A-2)” show the buttressed bristle pad48 a supports bristle segment 28 a stabilizer 30, which, itself,supports the bristle segment 28 a. The buttressed bristle pad 48 a isthe effective transmission of impingement element for positioning of theactive occlusion element in its un-engaged position as the distributorconduction tube member 20 c-1 is in the free flow aspect. 48 bdepictions “(B-1)” & “(B-2)”: buttressed bristle pad 48 b supportsbristle segment 28 a stabilizer 30, which, itself, supports the bristlesegment 28 a. The buttressed bristle pad 48 b is the effectivetransmission of impingement element for positioning of the activeocclusion element in its engaged position, obstructing the flow of thedistributor conduction tube member 20 c-1 against the passive occlusionelement, as shown in depiction “(C)” with respect to the positions of 46c and 46 d with the distributor conduction tube member 20 c-1 betweenthese two. The process of a user pressing the brush-head member againstthe teeth for brushing then lifting the brush-head member from the teethto stop the process of water flow into the brush-head member constitutesthe flow-activation means and its discontinuance, respectively.

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FIG. 1 c : This is the body-handle member intact showing the insertablereservoir facility FIG. 3 a in its place. FIG. 2 c : This is thebrush-head member that connects to the body-handle member at the element54 a by inserting the flow-insertion connection end 36 a of thebrush-head member neck 32, Pgs. 1, 4 and twisting this element 54 a forsecure handling. FIG. 3 a : the insertable reservoir facility which isnecessary for holding a volume of water that would be urged from thisfacility, by compression, from the reservoir facility through theconduction tube members, flowing further to the brush-head member 26 b,26 c, 26 d, & 26 e. 32: brush-head member neck. 36 b: Insertion pointand connection for distributor conduction tube member 20 c-1. 52: Thisis simply the attachment foundation segment of the body-handle memberFIG. 1 a Pg. 1, FIG. 1 b Pg. 2, FIG. 1 c Pg. 4, & FIG. 1 d Pg. 6 foradjoining the stabilizing foundation 18 which accommodates thebrush-head member & neck FIG. 2 c whereby the flow-insertion connectionend 36 a of the brush-head member neck 32, Pgs. 1, 4 into the lockingmechanism 54 a and 54 b. 56: the secure-grip feature of the surface ofthe body-handle member showing its frictional crisscross, raised,ribbing for secure grip while brushing as would be desired due to theslippage expected at moments when paste lather may slide down thebody-handle member causing loss of firm control of the device, and sothe effectiveness of the brushing activity. An insertion guide lock 34 aof brush-head member neck 32, Pgs. 1, 4, coordinates with 34 b forlocking stability. Ref. 34 b: This is the position-lock mechanism whichallows the user to vary the angle of the neck segment of the brush-headmember Ref. 32, Pgs. 1, 4, and FIG. 2 d Pg. 7. The neck may bepositioned straight up at 180 degrees or at another more comfortableangle as desired by user. The optional angles are positioned by, first,pushing a release-lock button element 34 c, FIG. 1 d , Pg. 5. The flowinsertion connection end 36 a of the brush-head member neck 32, Pgs. 1,4. 54 a: a twist-lock/release mechanism for insertion and detachment ofthe brush-head member and neck FIG. 2 c . Ref. 54 b is a locking andunlocking device controlling movable constraints 54 e and 54 f such thatupon mechanism 54 a being twisted in one direction, the constraints movetoward and secure the corners of 36 a as shown in 54 f; to unlock theflow-insertion connection end 36 a of the brush-head member neck 32,Pgs. 1, 4, the mechanism 54 a is turned in the opposite direction forrelease, as shown in 54 e. The securitization ring 54 d locks and firmlyholds the flow-insertion connection end 36 a of the brush-head memberneck 32, Pgs. 1, 4.

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FIG. 1 d : The flow-modulating toothbrush device is shown here; as itsreservoir facility is filled with water, it would be ready for use. FIG.5 : This is the ancillary conduction tube facility, having alternativewater-conduction application as may be desired by a user of theflow-modulating toothbrush device; one end of the facility 64 a isconnected to the body-handle member of the device; the other end 62 a isconnected to a water source such as a sink faucet. The use of thisobject is exclusive of the use of the insertable reservoir facility FIG.3 a . This same facility is shown on page 6 indicating its connectedaspect with FIG. 1 d . 34 a: insertion guide lock of brush-head memberneck 32, Pgs. 1, 4. 34 b: A position-lock mechanism allows the user tovary the neck portion of the brush-head member 26 b. The neck may bepositioned straight up or at another two more comfortable angles. Theoptional angles are bent-locked into position by, first, pushing arelease-lock element. Ref. 34 c is a release-lock button element whichmust be executed for modifying the operational angle of the toothbrushneck; see example as shown in FIG. 2 d , Pg. 7. 54 a: atwist-lock/release mechanism for the flow-insertion connection end 36 aof the brush-head member neck 32, Pgs. 1, 4. Ref. 58 is a raisedbarrel-grip aspect of corrugated exterior for firm-grip surface forpreventing slippage of body-handle segment while brushing, as detailedon Pg. 4, Ref. 56: secure-grip feature. 60: surface of ancillaryconduction tube facility FIG. 5 , Pgs. 5 & 6 indicating malleability forhandling. 64 c-1: This is the internal segment of the ancillaryconduction tube facility which extends forward as the conductiontransference member 64 a connects with the lower end of pneumaticconduction tube 20 a, Pg. 2. When the ancillary conduction tube facilityis used, the ancillary tube adapter 64 d would connect with thepneumatic compression funnel 14, depiction segment (D) Pg. 6 for meansof maintaining a secure connection for transfer of water to the lowerend of pneumatic conduction tube at 20 a, Pg. 2. The modulating controlmechanism 64 b-1 is here in the non-activated mode for varying the flowwithin the internal segment of the ancillary conduction tube facility 64c-1.

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FIG. 1 d : This subject matter presents an alternative view of FIG. 1 aand FIG. 1 b ; it separates out structural and functional processesinvolved in the flow modulation technique introduced by the noveltechnology. These processes are seen here as depiction segments: (A),(B), (C), and (D). The body-handle member being described here provideelements not elaborated upon in the prior renderings. FIG. 5 : Theancillary conduction tube facility as on page 5, but further showing howit would fit into the body-handle member FIG. 1 d , having alternativewater-conduction application as may be desired by a user of theflow-modulating toothbrush device; one end of the facility 64 a isconnected to the body-handle member of the device; the other end 62 a isconnected to a water source such as a sink faucet. Its use is exclusiveof the use of the insertable reservoir facility FIG. 3 a . Ref. 9 is aleveler-moderator element which mechanically balances the telescopingspring containment units 8, particularly for the highest settinginvolving the versatile, highest level being selected “4” (EV), for useof the optional preference of the brush-head cover/container, FIG. 3 e ,Pg. 7. The typical spring group 10 extends downward, coordinating withthe telescoping spring containment units 8 which cooperate with aleveler-moderator element 9 for means of balancing the calibrated springextensions for the insertable reservoir facility, and which facilitatesincreased capacity upon use of the extended volume brush-headcover/container FIG. 3 e , Pg. 7, or further, by use of the ancillaryconduction tube facility FIG. 5 . A cap bevel ring snap lock/releaseelement 4 for attaching and removing the insertable reservoir facility.Flow modulation involves Refs. 6 a and 6 b Pg. 7, which are the flowcontrol elements for manipulating the conducted water flows through theconduction tubes of the body-handle member FIG. 1 a Pg. 1, FIG. 1 b Pg.2, FIG. 1 c Pg. 4, & FIG. 1 d Pg. 6. One of the elements is a barreltwist selector 6 a for means of “twist-compress” of conduction membersagainst the insertable reservoir facility for conduction effusion tobristle segment 28 a, 26 e, FIG. 4 d , & FIG. 4 c of Pg. 3 for conductedwater flows to the teeth. Ref. 6 b shows a calibration pointer/indicatorrange with numerical values relative to the force of flow volumeproceeding through the internal conduction tubes. Action facilitatesstream variations. modular spring extension-compression actuatorfacilitating compression of the water within the insertable reservoirfacility; when ancillary conduction tube facility is utilized, thefacility engages its own pressure mechanism. This modular actuatorinvolves segmented functions of delayed protrusion, with respect to thespring extension applications, based on the user selection of the flowcontrol elements. For example, upon the highest level being selected “4”(EV), for use of the optional preference of the brush-headcover/container FIG. 3 e , Pg. 7 the “reserve module,” the lowest memberamong the four shown here, would then deploy, extending its respectivespring actuation, not shown in this graphic, also, the potentiatedspring element of lowest member not being shown here. Note: water beingconducted through the body-handle member is not touched by any of theelements excepting the conduction tube members. The reserve spring group11 is the singular spring segment yet to be extended, as it wouldfacilitate increased compression against the volume of water, as withthe optional use of FIG. 3 e Pg. 7. 12: compression-spring piston, forcompression actuations against insertable reservoir facility. Note: Uponuser recharging the device, by preparatory refilling, re-insertion, andsecuring the reservoir facility for a brushing session, the processapplications referenced: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, and 14 will be re-set, orrecharged, (compressed) for a subsequent start of a brushing session.Note: In the compressed, charged, phase of the device, for means of flowactivation, the user simply presses the brush-head member against theteeth. The processes then entail as defined in “Note: Theflow-occlusion/flow-release mechanism” on Pg. 3 with respect to FIGS. 4a , b, c, & d. 18: The stabilizing foundation which accommodates thebrush-head member 26 b & neck FIG. 2 c . 20 b: transfer conduction tubemember, between pneumatic tube and distributor tube. 22 a: variablespace for spring extension-compression actuator. 22 b: variable spacefor extension of spring mechanism. 54 a: a twist-lock/release mechanismfor the toothbrush neck. Ref. 64 b-1 in depiction segment (A) is themodulating control mechanism of the ancillary conduction tube facilityFIG. 5 ; the mechanism is in the non-activated mode for varying theflow, further showing the internal segment of the ancillary conductiontube 64 c-1 in the non-advanced non-projecting aspect. In depictionsegments (B), (C), and (D) the conduction tube 64 c-2 is engaged,projecting forward. Ref. 64 c-2 corresponds with the modulating controlmechanism 64 b-2 being twisted forward in the activated, advanced, mode,causing 64 c-1 to be pushed forward for conducted flow attachment. 64c-2, further, is the internal segment of the ancillary conduction tubefacility, for connecting with 20 a which being extended forward, in theactivated mode, as the conduction transference member 64 a connects withthe lower end of pneumatic conduction tube in the depiction 38 andrelating to, extending to, FIG. 6 , Pg. 2. The tube adapter 64 dconnects with the pneumatic compression funnel 14 shown here indepiction segment (D) for means of maintaining a secure connection fortransfer of water to the lower end of pneumatic conduction tube at 20 a,better seen on Pg. 2. 64 e: This is a flow-force modulator mechanismwhich varies the pressure/volume entering the body-handle member suchthat the required force of flow at the brush-head member 26 b would notbe too high nor too low. It is modulated by the barrel twist selector 6a, as it is twisted forward or backward for means of positioning theinternal ancillary tube member. 66: An arrow indication for the generaloutline as to how the ancillary conduction tube would be fitted to thebody-handle member.

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FIG. 1 e : The flow-modulating toothbrush device is shown here as itwould be ready for use, further showing an angular option FIG. 2 d forergonomic convenience.

FIG. 1 f : The flow-modulating toothbrush device is shown here as itwould appear with its brush-head cover/container. The segment has dualpurpose.

FIG. 3 a : an insertable reservoir facility which is necessary forholding volumes of water that would be urged from this facility, bycompression, through the conduction tubes to the brush-head member 26 b,26 c, 26 d, & 26 e in the user's mouth for the brushing session.

FIG. 3 e : This is the brush-head cover/container; the segment may beused for both brush-head member 26 b, 26 c, 26 d, & 26 e protectivecovering or may facilitate as the insertable reservoir facilityproviding extended, increased-volume, use as an optional preference. Theflow control elements are adjusted to the flows to accommodate theextended-volume use. The flow control elements 6 a & 6 b show acalibration pointer/indicator range 6 b with numerical values relativeto the force of flow volume proceeding through the internal conductiontubes. The barrel twist selector 6 b indicates: “1, 2, 3, and 4,” for:Low, Medium, Rinse, and Extended Volume (L/M/R/EV). The modulationswould depress a pneumatic funnel facility 14, Pgs. 1, 2, and 6, downwardwith pneumatic conduction tube member 20 a by the compression-springpiston 12 and against the static volumes of water in the insertablereservoir facility FIG. 3 b so, by pneumatic pressure, draw water upwardthrough the lowermost conduction element, the pneumatic conduction tubemember then farther upward to the brush-head member 26 b, 26 c, 26 d, &26 e where it would flow, as depicted in FIG. 4 c , Pg. 3 or be occludedas depicted in FIG. 4 d and (C) Pg. 3. 18: the stabilizing foundationwhich accommodates the brush-head member 26 b & neck FIG. 2 d . 34 a:insertion guide lock of brush-head member neck 32, Pgs. 1, 4,coordinating with 34 b for locking stability. 34 b: A position-lockmechanism allows the user to vary the neck portion of the brush-headmember 26 b & FIG. 2 d , Pg. 7. 34 c is a release-lock button elementwhich must be executed for modifying the operational angle of thetoothbrush neck; example shown executed here, zoom-in on Pg. 5 FIG. 1 d. The neck may be positioned straight up or at another two morecomfortable angles. The optional angles are bent-locked into positionby, first, pushing a release-lock element 34 c, FIG. 1 d , Pg. 5. 35 b:snap-lock (in/out) for firm connection and effective release/detach ofinsertable, somewhat larger-capacity reservoir facility FIG. 3 e whenused as an optional alternative unit for water source; in this case, itwould be inserted, as would be FIG. 3 a.

Operation

The invention involves a flow modulation feature: the flow controlelements, which manipulate a flow modulation means for streamvariability against the teeth and gums, further providing water-lossmitigation of the device, such that an adequate, predetermined, volumeof water required for the purpose of brushing one's teeth isproportional to the capacity dimensions of the insertable reservoirfacility, as well as to the use-preferences of the user. Thepredetermined sufficient volume is, further, commensurate with the flowmodulation means pursuant to the multiple variations of flow settingsused in typical brushing sessions and personal-use behaviors. Theoverall focus of the specification is the benefit attribute ofconserving significant volumes of potable water; the flow-modulatingtoothbrush comprises simple tools and methods for conserving this vitalresource globally while, also, affording users improved oral care, whichhas direct effects on health in general. This novel device emits abalanced, controlled, stream of water directly upon the teeth as theuser presses the brush head against the teeth and gums, and itsmoderated flow adjusts for several modes such as light, medium, rinse,and for extended use: employing available larger canister, or theancillary conduction tube. This toothbrush device requires just amodicum of water for brushing. A user, brushing three times a day, woulduse only a small fraction of what is usually lost: Instead of one, two,or three gallons of potable water being wasted, only half a measuredcup, would be used. There are 128 ounces, or 16 metric cups, equalingthis one wasted gallon; only four (4) of these 128 ounces of water wouldbe used in the brushing session, including two or three full-mouthrinses; 124 ounces would be conserved, not wasted, utilizing theflow-modulating toothbrush device. Upon three gallons of water beingwasted, according to some estimates, this same four-ounce use, (384/4)would constitute a 4% economical use for conservation, as opposed to a96% loss to wastage due to customary brushing behavior, using typicaltoothbrushes; accordingly, this 96% is saved in the process of using the4% volume used in the brushing session. Whatever number of gallonswasted, one, two, or three, the ratio is the same: 128:4, 256:4, and384:4. The immense volumes conserved is realized upon noting theone-to-three gallons saved per person: one, two, or three times per day.The two scenarios referenced here: the positive use for conservation,employing the novel device, and the negative use for wastage, withoutthe novel device, each signifies the severity of the vital need forcircumvention of traditional practice. The extent of conservation can beestimated in exponential numbers for the good of all; however, theextent of waste is now estimated in exponential numbers, becoming ahazard for all. Each has significant ramifications when consideringhuman populations worldwide: on one hand, the considerable benefit ofavailable potable water for everyone with the savings of energy,economy, and even life, while; on the other hand, the considerableeffects of loss upon the electrical energy grid for water production,drought, hydrology, and the worsening condition of the global climate.Conventional toothbrushes may be good for their purposes, but they donot consider the dual-attainment objects of appropriately cleaning theteeth, along with an effective economical regimen for conservingtremendous volumes of vital potable water. The novel device does not usebatteries nor an electrical cord attachment for operation; it utilizespneumatic pressure, within the device, for urging water to thebrush-head member and teeth from an insertable water source module. Thebrush head emits a steady predetermined modicum emission of water atoptionally low, medium, and rinse, stream pressures for brushing andfull-rinse sequence as set by a user. The water is drawn through thebody-handle member of the device to the brush-head member by a pneumaticcompression facility that is re-set each time a user securely insertsthe reservoir facility into the body-handle member to initiate abrushing session. The insertable reservoir facility would be refilledwith water from, at least, a sink faucet. He, or she, would drop in awater-soluble cleansing gel lozenge, re-insert the reservoir facility bysecurely pressing it into its place, thereby pressurizing its contentsand sending initial flow to the brush-head member, remaining there untiluser presses brush-head bristles against the teeth, so causing continualflows of conducted water into the device against the teeth and gums oncethe user starts brushing.

Alternative Embodiments

-   -   Further there are various possibilities regarding the relative        methods of compression, flow modulation, and means of water        containment, for example:

1. The reader may see that there are other alternative, embodiments ofthe flow-modulating toothbrush device as described in the specification.It appears this technology may be accessible as a health benefit in oralcare as extended, further, to tongue-brush devices. A novel design of atongue brush would entail simply that its handle base be structured forinsertion into the body-handle member as it is in 54 a Pg. 4. That is,such novel tongue cleaner, the applicator element in the form comprisinga brush, a scraper, a corrugated element, and a papilla-sensitivecontoured element, which would be modified to facilitate waterconduction for a tongue-applied cleansing regimen. This may beaccomplished by structurally rendering its handle base of suchtongue-cleansing instrument in similarity to the present fixture forinsertion of the toothbrush fixture, shown at 20 c-1, 32, 34 a, 34 b, 36a, 54 a in FIG. 1 c and FIG. 2 c , Pg. 4; and 34 c in FIG. 1 d Pg. 5. Asingular internal conduction tube would be sufficient; in the case of atongue brush device, its conduction tube, 20 c-1 would traverse part of,or the entirety of, its body, 32 Pgs. 1 & 4, for flows to its uniqueapplicator element for terminal emissions to the tongue. The pneumaticcompression method for oral application and means of actuation forurging water from the insertable reservoir facility, and the ancillaryconduction facility, would be precisely the same as with the toothbrushdevice. The body-handle member of the present device would easilyaccommodate the novel tongue brush, providing the same attributes andbenefits obtained by the toothbrush as detailed in the specification;both would easily contribute to the vital water-wise conservationtechnique while providing a unique method of oral care. Meanscomprising: compression, flow activation, conduction, and reservoircontainerization, are those having the limitations and declarations ofthe present specification.

2. In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, theinsertable reservoir facility FIG. 3 a Pg. 2, as defined in thespecification, may have an alternative sourcing means in addition to theitem, ancillary conduction tube facility as described in specification,and shown in FIG. 5 Pgs. 5 and 6. The insertable reservoir facility FIG.3 a Pg. 2 presently is connected and disconnected from the body-handlemember between brushing sessions. There are several alternativepossibilities for means of water sourcing techniques beyond that beingdescribed herein; alternative subject matter may specify that thereservoir unit be one that is fixed in place, within the body-handlemember, and not separable from it for means of filling it with water.The alternative process would entail the user simply pouring water intosuch a unit disposed within the body-handle member, having then stillother means comprising pneumatic compression.

3. In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, the meansof compression, as indicated may, also, be performed by means comprisingtwisting, torquing, or shifting processes of the present secure-gripfeature of the body-handle member 56 Pg. 4, the barrel-twist selector 6a Pg. 7, which presently is one of the flow control elements formanipulating flow modulation means, or the insertable reservoir facilityFIG. 3 a Pg. 4. Also, a lever execution mechanism exterior to, orinterior to, the body-handle member is declared as means of pneumaticcompression.

4. In accordance with, still, another aspect of the present invention,with respect to being alternatively operated by means and methodscomprising, at least, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic, theembodiments, means, variations, and processes indicated relative to thisspecification and its legal equivalents are anticipated.

I claim:
 1. A flow-modulating toothbrush device and relative processesfor conserving potable water, the device comprising: a. a brush-headmember, having a neck portion extending to, and functionally connectingwith a first end of a body-handle member, b. the body-handle member,for, at least, holding and maneuvering the device in the process ofbrushing the teeth of a user of the device, c. an insertable reservoirfacility, disposed within the body-handle member, being directlyrefillable from, at least, a sink faucet, for supplying water to thedevice, d. a flow modulation means, disposed within the body-handlemember, for varying the pressures of flows of water from the body-handlemember, e. conduction tube members, disposed within the body-handlemember having at least one ancillary conduction tube facility means,disposed exteriorly to the body-handle member, and having means of waterconduction from a water source, through the device then to the mouth andteeth of the user of the device, and f. a flow activation means, causingcontinual emissions of streams of water onto, and about, the teeth andgums, such that, by use of the reservoir facility, the user withdrawsjust the modicum of water necessary for an adequate cleaning of theteeth in a brushing session, without the wastage incurred by thefree-flowing water excesses typically expected from customary practice,and from customary use of conventional toothbrushes.
 2. Theflow-modulating toothbrush device of claim 1 wherein said the neckportion, further facilitating conduction means for supplying flows ofwater through the neck portion to the brush-head member, and amidbrush-head bristles of the brush-head member, further to the teeth andgums in the mouth of the user of the device.
 3. The flow-modulatingtoothbrush device of claim 1 wherein said flow modulation means furthercomprising a flow control element for means of varying the pressures ofthe flows of water being conducted into the device through one or moreconduction tube members, within the body-handle member, or through, theancillary conduction tube facility means exterior to the body-handlemember, the flow control element being disposed upon the surface of thebody-handle member, the flow control element further controlling theflow modulation means of water being conducted through the device by oneor more conduction tube members, the flow modulation means furthercoordinating with, and being manipulated by the flow control element,disposed about the surface of the body-handle member.
 4. Theflow-modulating toothbrush device of claim 1 wherein said conductiontube members, further facilitating compression actuation means by urgingwater from the insertable reservoir facility.
 5. The flow-modulatingtoothbrush device of claim 1 wherein said insertable reservoir facilitybeing inserted into the second end of the body-handle member, theinsertable reservoir facility further facilitating effusion of water bythe compression actuation means of the conduction tube members forurging water from the insertable reservoir facility, further having acompression-sealing reservoir cap for means of effecting of effusionsfrom the insertable reservoir facility.
 6. The flow-modulatingtoothbrush device of claim 1 wherein said ancillary conduction tubefacility means, being exterior to the body-handle member, further havingcapability for drawing water directly from a water source comprising asink faucet, the ancillary conduction tube facility means, furtherhaving adaptability means for connection between the second end of thebody-handle member and with the sink faucet, the ancillary conductiontube facility means being optionally, and alternatively, utilized whenextended, uninterrupted, flows of water may be desired by the user,rather than the insertable reservoir facility, the ancillary conductiontube facility means, still further having connection and adaptationmeans for both appropriate sealing for secure connection at both ends ofthe tube, and for delimiting expected high-pressure forces of water-lineplumbing pipes.
 7. The flow-modulating toothbrush device of claim 6wherein said ancillary conduction tube facility means, further havingconnection and adaptation means, further involve the user connecting thewater source end of the ancillary conduction tube facility means to, atleast, a sink faucet, and connecting the water distribution end of theancillary conduction tube facility means to the body-handle member, theuser noting adjustable water pressure level, at distribution end, priorto insertion into body-handle member.
 8. The flow-modulating toothbrushdevice of claim 1 wherein the flow activation means further involve theuser's pressing the brush-head member against the teeth, and lifting ittherefrom, initiating a corresponding, and contiguous, interactive,process between a buttressed bristle pad and flow occlusion elementswithin the brush-head member, thereby engaging aflow-releasing/flow-obstructing process, thus causing issuance of flowsof water from the brush-head member, and the pre-proportioned limits ofthe reservoir facility, such that the user may brush his, or her, teeth,while conserving volumes of vital potable water.
 9. Processes forconserving potable water, the processes comprising the steps: a.providing a flow-modulating toothbrush device, comprising:
 1. abrush-head member, having a neck portion extending to, and functionallyconnecting with a first end of a body-handle member,
 2. the body-handlemember for, at least, holding and maneuvering the device in the processof brushing one's teeth,
 3. an insertable reservoir facility forsupplying water to the device, the insertable reservoir facility beinginserted into a second end of the body-handle member,
 4. flow controlelements, for manipulating flow modulation means for conducting waterthrough the device, employing one or more conduction tube members,within the body-handle member, or conducting water from a sink faucetwater source, or employing an ancillary conduction tube facility means,disposed exteriorly to the body-handle member, an optional, alternativeutility, as may be preferred by a user,
 5. the conduction tube members,disposed within the body-handle member, further facilitating compressionactuation means for urging water from the insertable reservoir facilitythen through the conduction tube members, and the neck portion of thebrush-head member,
 6. the ancillary conduction tube facility means,disposed exteriorly to the body-handle member, further having means ofconduction of water from a water source to the body-handle member thenthrough the device to the mouth and teeth of a user of the device, theancillary conduction tube facility means, still further having aconnection and adaptation means for both, appropriate connection sealingat both ends of the tube facility, and means for delimitingnormally-expected high-pressure forces of water-line plumbing pipes, theancillary conduction tube facility means, further having optional,alternative-utility, as may be preferred by a user, and
 7. a buttressedbristle pad within the brush-head member, the buttressed bristle padproviding flow activation means for contiguous contact against flowocclusion elements, so alternately releasing and blocking flows of waterpassing through the conduction tube members within the body-handlemember, or through the ancillary conduction tube facility means exteriorto the body-handle member, such that the brush-head member, beingpressed against the teeth and gums of the user, the activation elementbeing compressed, causing the flows of water from the insertablereservoir facility, or from the ancillary conduction tube facility meanswithdrawing from the sink faucet, b. a user, holding the fully assembleddevice by the body-handle member, c. dislodging the insertable reservoirfacility from the body-handle member, d. filling the insertablereservoir facility with water from, at least, a sink faucet, e.optionally, placing a water-soluble toothpaste cleansing gel lozengeonto the water surface, f. securely re-inserting, by moderate pressing,the reservoir facility into the body-handle member of the device, whichact, initiating pneumatic compression means for actuation against thecontents of the insertable reservoir facility, and so urging a smallportion of the water contents of the insertable reservoir facilitythrough the conduction tube members, to the buttressed bristle pad andflow occlusion elements within the brush-head member, the flow remainingstatic here but compressed until being caused to flow to the teeth andgums, g. further, pressing brush-head bristles against the teeth andgums, so causing flow activation of the compressed but static volumes ofwater in the insertable reservoir facility to then intermittently flowthrough the conduction tube members within the body-handle member andthrough the neck portion then through to the brush-head member, mouth,teeth, and gums of the user, the flows being intermittent, involving arepeated contiguous interactive process between the buttressed bristlepad and the flow occlusion elements as the brush-head member is pressedagainst, and lifted from, teeth and gums for repositioning, or forstopping the flow to end the session of brushing, and h. finally,modulating the conduction of water flows through the device, and intothe mouth against the teeth and gums of the user, such that the flows ofwater increase, or decrease, commensurate with varying the flow controlelements for, at least, low, moderate, rinse, and extended, uponutilization of ancillary conduction tube, or the higher-capacitybrush-head cover/container of the device, at the optional preference ofthe user, such that the user withdraws just the modicum of water, from apredetermined capacity of the reservoir facility, an allotment that isnecessary for adequately brushing the teeth, without the common wastageincurred by the typical free-flowing water excesses to be expected fromcustomary behavioral practice of users employing conventionaltoothbrushes, further thereby conserving tremendous amounts of both,electrical energy, and potable water, worldwide and, moreover positivelyaffecting the hydrologic cycle in light of global warming concerns;whereby, the flow-modulating toothbrush device may both brush one'steeth and, at the same time, conserve considerable volumes of potablewater; in this way, pointing out the significance of the union of twotypically independent but operationally interconnected events: brushingone's teeth for dental hygiene in the bathroom, on one hand, andconservation of tremendous volumes of potable water, on the other hand.Accordingly, local, and global water conservation efforts and globalsocieties, generally, would experience a radical change fromconventional thinking about water conservation with respect to awater-wiser focus on the simple act of the brushing of one's teeth.